GENERAL DENTISTRY

Children's Dental Benefits Schedule in Quakers Hill

Q: What is not covered?

The CDBS does not cover orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign or braces, cosmetic procedures, or implants, or services provided in a hospital setting.

The Medicare Children’s Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provides funding for a range of basic dental services for eligible children aged 2 to 17. Complete Family Dental accepts CDBS, so eligible patients can access a portion of their dental care at no out-of-pocket cost or at a reduced cost, depending on the treatment required.

IN THIS PAGE

↓ What is it?

↓ What’s covered

↓ The process

↓ FAQs

What is the CDBS?

The Children’s Dental Benefits Schedule is a Medicare program that provides dental benefits for eligible children aged 2 to 17 over a two-calendar-year period. It covers a range of general dental services and doesn’t cover orthodontic treatment, cosmetic procedures, or services provided in a hospital setting.

The CDBS isn’t means-tested but is linked to eligibility for certain government payments. Benefits must be used within the two-year period and don’t roll over.

What services are covered

Examinations and X-rays
Preventive care: scale and clean, fluoride, and fissure sealants
Tooth-coloured fillings
Root canal treatment on primary teeth where clinically appropriate
Extractions
Mouthguards

How to use the CDBS at CFD

Check eligibility

A child is eligible in a calendar year if aged 2 to 17 and their family received a relevant government payment, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, for at least one day that year.

Bring the Medicare card

Let us know at booking that you would like to use the CDBS, and bring your child’s Medicare card. We verify entitlement on the day using HICAPS.

We bill Medicare

We bill Medicare directly for covered services. If a fee is within the benefit amount, there’s no gap to pay. If it exceeds the remaining benefit, we explain any out-of-pocket amount before proceeding.

Questions about the CDBS

How do I check if my child is eligible?

Eligibility is checked through Medicare. Bring your child’s Medicare card to their appointment and we verify entitlement on the day using HICAPS. You can also check your child’s CDBS balance through your Medicare online account via myGov.

What isn't covered?

The CDBS doesn’t cover orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign or braces, cosmetic procedures, or implants, or services provided in a hospital setting.

How can we make the most of the entitlement?

If your child is eligible and has not had a check-up recently, a routine examination and clean is an ideal first use of the benefit. We also recommend fissure sealants for eligible children whose first permanent molars have come through, which are covered under the CDBS.

Not sure whether your child is eligible?

Call us with your Medicare details and we can check the balance for you before you book. It costs nothing to ask.

Book your child's CDBS appointment.

Call us with your Medicare details to check eligibility, or book your child in online.